Charles Gerding
- Active 3 months, 1 week ago
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Covid Concerns in the forum Miscellaneous 3 months, 1 week ago
I plan to, and will encourage my team, to carry hand sanitizer and mask up in larger crowds. We all are vaccinated.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Friday night tent camping in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year, 9 months ago
Much appreciated.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Friday night tent camping in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year, 9 months ago
Thanks for the feedback!
Charles Gerding started the topic Friday night tent camping in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 year, 9 months ago
Our group has a long drive so we were thinking of a Friday arrival so we could enjoy Saturday. Has anyone heard of any options for tent camping on Friday night in LeMars? Can we count on setting up at the planned sites a day early? Thanks!
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Anyone run 28" tires? in the forum Miscellaneous 2 years, 3 months ago
I’m a 28 fan. Lots of rumbles and railroad tracks on the ride.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Security question (newbie!!) ??Bike Locks?? in the forum Miscellaneous 3 years, 3 months ago
I too bring a small lock. A friend told a story from many years ago about a theft so I thought it better to be safe than sorry.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Vehicle pass not sent in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 3 months ago
Good advice. Thanks!
Charles Gerding started the topic Vehicle pass not sent in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 3 months ago
In putting together the finishing touches on packing, I realized our vehicle pass was not sent. We have a number. Bought and paid for so we are “legal.” My plan is to create a pass using my number. Will that work?
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Gluten free: Food options? in the forum Miscellaneous 3 years, 3 months ago
It’s been my experience that many of the towns you ride through are serving your grill fare….hamburgers, hot dogs etc. You’ll have to go ‘bun free.’ I don’t recall seeing any GF at the many pie stands but I wasn’t asking either.
Charles Gerding replied to the topic Showers at designated campgrounds. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVI – 2018 3 years, 3 months ago
Yes on showers and cost. There was a service last year using a portable trailer that seemed to be at each overnight town. If the campground is at a school they will sometimes open up the building for a shower. Same if their is a community pool with showers. Lots of riders use. Suggest you wear water-proof sandals plus use a little…[Read more]
Charles Gerding started the topic "That Team from CA & MO" has an opening – originating in St Louis in the forum That Team from CA and MO 3 years, 3 months ago
That Team From CA & MO has an opening due to an unplanned medical leave. Five between 30 to 60 year olds. Male. One rookie, rest are veterans of the ride. We drive an SYV and trailer from St Louis. One stop in Hannibal. Then on to Onawa! Plenty of room for your bike and gear. We tent camp in quiet, community areas. One yard secured in…[Read more]
Charles Gerding started the topic That Team has an opening – originating in St Louis in the forum Looking for RIDES 2018 3 years, 3 months ago
That Team has an opening due to an unplanned medical need. Five between 30 to 60 year olds. Male. One rookie, the rest are veterans. We drive SUV and trailer from St Louis. One stop in Hannibal. Then on to Onawa. Have week long pass (hoping you need one too) and plenty of room for your bike and gear. We tent camp in the quiet, community…[Read more]
